Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 vs Mortlach 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 6) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020Mortlach 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 6) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryGlen ScotiaMortlach
RegionCampbeltownSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.8%52%
Age14 yr14 yr
Price£179£129.95
Rating5.00/5

Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner35/100
Value28/100

Mortlach 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 6) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Mortlach 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 6) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Mortlach 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 6) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £130 vs £179.

For beginners: Mortlach 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 6) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£179 vs £129.95)

Mortlach 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 6) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£129.95 vs £179)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Who should buy Mortlach?

Mortlach 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 6) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedLeathery

Only Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020

SmokeyChocolate

Only Mortlach 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 6) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SherriedHoneyDried Fruit

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